VIDEO PREMIERE: Dew Claw Rock Through Older Years With Infectious Pop-Punk Anthem “Wall”
Since 2004, Dew Claw has been the music project for which Stephen Hunking has released his meditations on life, love, parenting, personal themes, and other abstract musings. Stephen has created 4 full-length releases plus various singles and EPs under the Dew Claw umbrella over the last 20 years, while also being a member of the […]
Mike Watt and Mike Baggetta of mssv Talk Epic Touring Schedule, Collaborative Writing, and Recording New LP ‘On and On’ (ALBUM PREMIERE/INTERVIEW)
What began as an experimental live session in 2019 evolved through live play into an experiment-driven project called Main Steam Stop Valve, or mssv. The recording band and live band are currently the same group, including multi-genre songwriter and guitarist Mike Baggetta, mike watt (MINUTEMEN, fIREHOSE, Stooges), and Stephen Hodges (Tom Waits, Mavis Staples, David […]
SONG PREMIERE: Erin Gibney Offers Soulful and Intimate Take on The Wreckers’ Americana Hit “Leave The Pieces”
In life, art, and love, Erin Gibney is learning who she is and what she wants, and that she won’t settle for anything less. Recent experiences — her first big breakup, forging deeper connections with her fans through social media, watching artists she admires release exceptionally personal albums — have left her emboldened to share […]
SONG PREMIERE: Shannon Smith Offers Heartfelt Americana-folk with “Break Free”
A local of Western Australia’s Fremantle with a voice that feels like an old friend and lyrics that hit like a truth you’ve been avoiding, Shannon Smith blends folk, Americana, and soul into something uniquely his own. His collaborations with Grammy-nominated artists have solidified his reputation as a storyteller with a heart that beats through […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Sarah Shafey Fuses 60s-Era Girl Groups with Grunge Rock Nods on Infectious Tune “Messin Around”
Sarah Shafey is a critically-acclaimed restlessly-creative artist who has been praised for her stylish and passionate music, her polished but vibey production aesthetic, and her singular artistry. She is also an in-demand mix engineer for artists across genres who works out of her own Squeaky Clean Records studio. Shafey’s production and mixing work have been […]
SONG PREMIERE: Autumn Hollow Stirs Up Glorious Neil Young Spontaneous Guitar/Vocal Vibes With “Wooden Wire”
“Hot damn” might be used to describe the first few minutes of Boston-based Autumn Hollow’s “Wooden Wire,” a trembly rocker that combines the vulnerable essence of Jason Molina with the cosmic improvisational charm of Zuma era Neil Young & Crazy Horse. Frontman Brendan Murphy brings a commanding presence to the vocals, and an aura of […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Drummer Salin Basks in the Autumn Glow with Warm and Radiant Jazz Playing on “Painted Lady”
Salin is a Thai-born, Canada-based Juno-nominated drummer, producer and composer. Her current music explores the enchanting sounds of Northeast Thailand and marries it with the 70’s psychedelia of West Africa, all through the lens of modern soulful production. Through her music, she ponders themes of identity, spirituality, and humanity, all paired with a dose of […]
SONG PREMIERE: Frollen Music Library Exude a Cool and Funky Power on “Outta My Way”
Favoring live, ensemble recording and analogue production techniques, Frollen Music Library is a sample library and production house that creates high-quality sample packs ready for the modern producer to easily employ. With a creative process that is organic and grounded in an immense appreciation for the music of the ’60s and ’70s – the bedrock […]
SONG PREMIERE: See Night Crafts Dream Pop Orchestral Triumph With “Sober & High”
See Night is a musical project by Los Angeles-based guitarist and singer-songwriter Linda Sao, who performs both solo and with a powerhouse band featuring drummer Cory Aboud, guitarist Patrick Andrews, and bassist AJ Marquez. Known for their explosive live performances, See Night has shared stages with Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Widowspeak, Matthew Logan Vasquez (Delta Spirit), […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Johnny 99 (City and Colour) Goes Full-on Honky Tonk with “Just Like You”
Johnny 99 is the alter ego of John Sponarski, guitarist in City and Colour, but as Johnny 99 he has been carrying the torch for classic country music for many years, as heard on the 2021 Johnny 99 debut album Words Left Unsaid. The long-overdue follow-up is slated for later in 2025. Once again, City and […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Datura4’s Dom Mariani Returns to His Jangle Pop Roots with “Jangleland”
Dom Mariani, legendary frontman of garage rockers The Stems and Power Pop heroes DM3, steps away from his current blues-heavy outfit Datura4 to return to his jangle pop roots. Recently, Mariani stepped out with a fresh single, the aptly titled “Jangleland.” Recorded in Perth, Western Australia, “Jangleland” features a crack band: Joe Grech (Datura4) on […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Derya Yildirim & GRUP ŞİMŞEK Drops Enchanting & Engrossing Version Of “Yakamoz”
About a decade ago, a group of musicians met by happenstance while working on a local theater project. Derya Yildirim met bassist/guitarist Antonin Voyant and keyboardist Graham Mushnik, and it didn’t take long for the trio to form a quartet with the addition of drummer Helen Wells. The newly formed group dubbed themselves Derya Yildirim […]
SONG PREMIERE: Kentucky Troubadour Justin Wells Steps Out with Heartworn Alt-country on “Up There with the Angels”
With Justin Wells’ latest album, Cynthiana (due out February 20th), the Kentucky singer-songwriter once again stokes the fiery depths of his pure intent, the core elements of the record revolving around things that matter most in life — steadfast family, genuine friends, and creative fulfillment. Captured by Grammy-nominated producer Duane Lundy at his legendary studio […]
SONG PREMIERE: Captain’s Audio Project Dwells on That First Kiss with Dreamy and Twang-laden Folk Tune “Freak”
Captain’s Audio Project is the brainchild of veteran Portland, Oregon songwriter andmulti-instrumentalist James Cook. Here we have the release of his solo debut, finely crafted tunes steeped in traditional Folk, Blues and Jazz. Waiting For The Moon was recorded and produced by Mike Danner at Mike’s Garage in Portland. Waiting For The Moon will be available as a 12” […]
SONG PREMIERE: Them Coulee Boys Balance Contemporary Lyrical Commentary with Classic Country Sound on “As Long as You Let Me”
Eau Claire, Wisconsin’s Them Coulee Boys craft a brand of Americana that blends folk, punk, bluegrass, and rock and roll. They sing their conversational songs in four-part harmony, often with a banjo stomp and rhythm section punch that drives the audience onto the dance floor and into community. Their trusty van has propelled them thousands […]
VIDEO PREMIERE: Thirsty Curses Offer Clever and Folksy Punk-pop on “All That’s Left of Us Now”
Raleigh, NC band Thirsty Curses is announcing their forthcoming fifth album, Music is a Scam (due out February 27th). It was produced by John Agnello (Dinosaur Jr, Kurt Vile, Screaming Trees). Thirsty Curses is an eclectic rock band from Raleigh, NC that pulls from various influences, including punk, alt-country/Americana, classic rock, and power pop, alongside […]
SONG PREMIERE: American Mile Capture Small Town Pride with Soulful Rocker “Straight From The Heartland”
American Mile has returned with a fresh, electrifying sound in their latest self-titled album, a powerful collection of nine tracks that solidifies their place in the southern rock and country music scene. Emerging in 2018 with a strong rock foundation, the band soon embraced the soul of country music, finding a sweet spot that blends […]
SONG PREMIERE: Josh Joplin Group Displays Literary Songwriting Sensibilities Through Rich Folk-Pop on “One More Someone”
After a self-imposed hiatus to focus on raising his daughter and exploring writing and filmmaking, Josh Joplin returns to rock with GpYr (Gap Year), due out April 4th via NarrowMoat/Missing Piece Records. This album not only marks a new chapter in his career but also reflects the personal and artistic evolution that began with his […]
Peter Holsapple Finds a Rock ‘n Roll Reflection in ‘The Face of ‘68,’ Shares New Track “She and Me” (SONG PREMIERE/INTERVIEW)
On April 18th, Peter Holsapple will release new solo album, The Face of ’68, via Label 51 Recordings. It follows 2018’s solo album Game Day, but also finds its place among his many collaborative projects, such as with Chris Stamey and with The dB’s, whose recent reissue program was followed by a tour. Holsapple’s long […]
SONG PREMIERE: Piper Leone Brings Breezy Twangy Goodness Via “Joke’s On Me”
As the Americana genre continues to expand even further into twangy realms previously corned off by artists like Emmylou Harris and Gillian Welch, there’s a rush of young voices permeating the twang universe. Enter Piper Leone, who sings with an unflinching confidence reminiscent of Sheryl Crow and Kacey Musgraves. The California-based singer-songwriter offers a natural […]